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Three-Star Edge Rusher Places Clemson Among Top Six, Sets Commitment Date

The majority of the final touches have been put on Clemson’s 2027 recruiting class; however, some players remain on the board and have yet to make their collegiate decision.

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Clemson Tigers Player Ratings in College Football 27

Last week, EA Sports released various player ratings for its upcoming College Football 27 video game, and a majority of the Clemson Tigers’ roster was included. Names like Sammy Brown, Will Heldt and T.J.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 2

TCI Recruiting Roundup: Several Former Targets Announce College Destinations

Several former Clemson targets came off the board on Wednesday, with two of those players choosing the same school. The biggest name was five-star CB Josh Dobson, who picked up one of Clemson’s opening offers last summer.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 1

Breaking it Down: Defense Needs to Create More Opportunities

CLEMSON – If you looked on Clemson social media pages and message boards, you might think the Tigers had a massive turnover problem in 2025. And after a 7-6 season, the program’s worst since 2010, that makes sense.

Cam Cannarella News / The Clemson Insider / July 1

Power Surge Continues for Former Clemson Standout

Cam Cannarella is on some kind of hot streak. The former Clemson standout hit another home run on Tuesday, his sixth long ball in his last nine games. Cannarella also had a stellar defensive play on Monday out in right field, going up over the wall to rob an opposing hitter of what looked like a home run.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 1

Clemson Represented Well on All-ACC Academic Team

CLEMSON — A total of 13 Clemson players were named to the All-ACC Academic Baseball Team, announced Tuesday by the league office. Requirements for selection to the All-ACC Academic Team are a 3.0 GPA for the previous semester and a 3.0 cumulative GPA during one’s academic career.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 1

(WATCH) Clemson Adds Another Huge Piece to 2027 Recruiting Class

The Clemson show where the fans drive the conversation. Each Monday, The Clemson Insider’s Jason Priester goes live at 7 p.m. and fields questions from the audience.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 1

Another Former Tiger Gets NBA Shot

Another former Clemson player is getting his shot at the NBA level. Chauncey Wiggins has signed an NBA Summer League contract with the Boston Celtics. The 6-foot-10, 225-pound forward spent his final college season at Florida State in 2025-26, following three seasons at Clemson.

Diondre Overton News / The Clemson Insider / July 1

Statue Unveiled in Late Clemson WR’s Honor

On Sunday, June 28, the family of late Clemson wide receiver Diondre Overton officially unveiled a bronze statue in his honor. Organized by the Hustle and Heart Foundation (established by his parents), the state reveal ceremony took place at Guil-Rand Memorial Park Cemetery in High Point, North Carolina.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 1

ESPN Gives Updates on Clemson’s 2026 First-Rounders

How are Clemson’s 2026 first-round picks faring so far this offseason, ahead of their rookie NFL campaigns? ESPN provided updates on every Round 1 selection in the 2026 NFL Draft, giving an overview of what each first-rounder has shown thus far.

Washington Nationals News / The Clemson Insider / July 1

Former Clemson Pitcher Signs with Pro Team

A former Clemson baseball player is continuing his professional career with this team. The Washington Wild Things announced Tuesday they have signed former Clemson standout and former Kansas City Royals farmhand Mack Anglin.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 1

Multiple Factors Led to Aparicio-Bailey Choosing Clemson

While Jayden Aparicio-Bailey just went public with a commitment to Clemson on Saturday, the fact is, he made his decision much earlier. The four-star defensive back, out of Prattville High School (AL), began the summer planning to take official visits to Clemson, Georgia, Auburn and South Carolina.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 1

Not a Banner Year for Clemson Athletics

CLEMSON — The 2025-’26 athletic year was not the kind of year the Clemson Athletic Department envisioned at this time last year. The football team was coming off an ACC Championship and another College Football Playoff appearance from 2024, and expectations were high in ’25.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / June 30

13 Tigers Named to All-ACC Academic Team

CLEMSON – Thirteen Clemson softball players were named to the All-ACC Academic Team, the conference office announced on Thursday. This tied the second-most softball players in Clemson’s seven-year history to earn All-ACC Academic honors in a single season with the 2024 year and trails only the 2023 squad (15).

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / June 30

Brown named Preseason All-American

CLEMSON — Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown received a big honor on Tuesday. The junior linebacker was named to the Preseason All-American Team by the Walter Camp Football Foundation.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / June 30

Former Clemson Standout Back in NBA Summer League

A former Clemson star is back in the NBA Summer League, but with a different squad. Chase Hunter will join the Golden State Warriors for 2026 NBA Summer League, the Clemson men’s basketball program announced via social media.

Cooper Ingle News / The Clemson Insider / June 30

Watch: Former Tiger’s First MLB Hit

On Friday, June 26, former Clemson catcher Cooper Ingle made what he called a “surreal” MLB debut as the starting designated hitter for the Cleveland Guardians in their game against the Seattle Mariners at Progressive Field in Cleveland.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / June 30

Seth Williams Details New Commitment Timeline

The last few months for Clemson target Seth Williams have been like an emotional roller coaster ride. Up until March, the four-star safety, out of Lakeside High School in Atlanta, had been mostly flying under the radar.

Dabo Swinney News / Clemson Tigers on SI / June 30

Why Josh Pate Says Dabo Swinney Is In His 'Sweet Spot' Ahead of Clemson's 2026 Season

The Clemson Tigers are coming off one of their worst seasons under head coach Dabo Swinney in 2025. However, there could be some optimism with the position they are in. That’s what college football analyst Josh Pate believes, speaking about it during his podcast “Josh Pate’s College Football Show” last week.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / June 30

Breaking It Down: Go Time for Clemson’s Wideouts

CLEMSON – Before every home football game at Memorial Stadium, Clemson’s starting lineup is announced, player by player, on the video board around an hour before kickoff.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / June 30

Clemson Tigers Predicted to Receive Commitment From 2028 Standout

It’s never too early to get on the recruiting trail. Just ask Clemson Tigers position coach Matt Luke, who has sent out offers to his offensive line targets

Clemson Tigers News / ACC Digital Network / June 29

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Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / June 27

Four-Star Clemson Target Pushes Commitment Date Back; New Date TBD

After setting a commitment date just over two weeks ago, a former Clemson commit has pulled the plug on his original decision date of July 3, 2026. On Saturday morning, Lakeside (Ga.) defensive back Seth Williams announced via social media that he would be pushing back his commitment date, which will be between the Tigers and Georgia.

Clemson Tigers News / ACC Digital Network / June 16